Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic GM1

The following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic GM1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is relatively similar but the FP7 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The FP7 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the GM1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FP7 grades vs the GM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FP7 compared to the GM1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and GM1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP7 and GM1.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FP7 has got the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging. The more aged FP7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.